Research Grants Coordinator
LHH is seeking a Research Grants Coordinator that will play a pivotal role in the administration and management of research grants across their full life cycle. This position involves coordinating the preparation, submission, and administration of grant proposals and awards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in grants management, with a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of funding regulations and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Grant Proposal Management:

   • Oversee the full grant proposal process, including identification of funding opportunities, proposal development, and submission.

   • Collaborate with researchers to gather necessary information and ensure that proposals meet funding agency guidelines and institutional requirements.

   • Prepare and review budgets, ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies.

2. Award Management:

   • Facilitate the negotiation and acceptance of grant awards, including reviewing terms and conditions and ensuring compliance with all requirements.

   • Set up and maintain grant records and documentation in compliance with institutional policies and funding agency regulations.

3. Compliance and Reporting:

   • Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, including reporting requirements and financial management.

   • Prepare and submit financial and progress reports to funding agencies in a timely manner.

   • Conduct periodic reviews and audits of grant-related activities and financials to ensure adherence to guidelines.

4. Grant Administration:

   • Serve as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries from funding agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders.

   • Provide guidance and support to researchers regarding grant policies, procedures, and best practices.

   • Manage grant closeout processes, ensuring all deliverables and reports are completed and submitted.

5. Training and Support:

   • Conduct workshops and training sessions for researchers and staff on grant writing, compliance, and management.

   • Develop and maintain informational resources and tools related to grant management.

6. Continuous Improvement:

   • Stay current with changes in grant regulations, policies, and best practices.

   • Recommend and implement improvements to grant management processes and systems.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Research Administrator) is preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of full life-cycle grants management experience, including proposal development, award administration, and compliance monitoring.

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and private funding agency regulations and requirements.

  • Proficiency in grant management software and tools.

  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial and administrative tasks.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $29.00 per hour

Search managed by: Marissa Colosi

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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